1990 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 707 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1990 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Astro | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Astro | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
